Bike Helmet Buying Guide

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How to Buy a Bike Helmet (2025)

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Mips is an acronym that stands for “Multi-directional Impact Protection System” It's an in-helmet system that reduces the rotational impact that is common during most crashes.

Your helmet should sit level on your head and cover almost all of your forehead.

Most of the motocross brand 100% outfits most of its new helmets with its proprietary Smartshock system.

Trek ’s WaveCel system is a thick, firm inner layer that can flex to reduce initial impact, crumple to absorb energy on impact, and glide to redirect energy from the head.

Giro , one of the most popular helmet brands on Earth , recently released its new Spherical technology.

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